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This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

 

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar under the direction of Dr. Derek Hall

Job duties include:

• Conduct laboratory testing, perform data analysis, and develop the technical content needed to communicate the study findings

• Responsibilities include executing corrosion experiments under simulated operating and offline conditions, analyzing results from advanced characterization methods such as X-ray computed tomography, interpreting corrosion behavior across different treatment conditions, and preparing figures, summaries, presentations, and technical reports

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Ph.D. in corrosion science, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field by the start date

• Experience conducting laboratory-based experimental research

• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills

• Experience preparing technical reports, figures, and presentations

• Experience with x-ray CT characterization 

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position, a CV including publication list, and names and contact information of up to three references.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.

 

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